Movie Review: Teen Wolf (1985)

"Teen Wolf" is a 1985 comedy film directed by Rod Daniel. The movie follows the story of a high school student named Scott Howard, portrayed by Michael J. Fox. Scott discovers that he comes from a family of werewolves and inherits the ability to transform into a werewolf himself. Initially, he sees this as a curse but soon realizes that being a werewolf gives him newfound popularity and athletic prowess.

As a result of his transformation, Scott becomes the star of his high school's basketball team and gains popularity among his peers. However, he must grapple with the challenges of balancing his supernatural secret with his desire for a normal life and a budding romance. The film explores themes of self-acceptance, peer pressure, and the importance of being true to oneself.

It is a lighthearted comedy that combines elements of the teen coming-of-age genre with the supernatural, and it's known for its humor and the charismatic performance of Michael J. Fox.

I watched this over the weekend and had a great time with the movie. I enjoyed it, but I didn't absolutely love it. I have a fondness for these 80s tropes, particularly the underdog protagonist story, and I enjoyed the journey it took me on. It's a charming film that combines teenage angst with supernatural comedy.

However, there were some aspects of the movie that I had issues with. Certain scenes felt a bit drawn out, especially in the middle of the film. Some characters underwent attitude shifts without any explanation or the chance to redeem themselves and reconnect with the main cast of characters.

The movie also left out some story elements that I wished had been included, such as more information about Michael J. Fox's character's lineage where he got the werewolf genes, and his relationship with his dad.

Another aspect that left me perplexed was the basketball tournament and the portrayal of the bullies. I understand they're classmates, but are they really competing against each other? It seemed strange to me, and this internal logic issue affected my enjoyment of the movie. To me, this was a major drawback.

Overall, the movie as a whole was enjoyable, but these glaring flaws did detract from the experience. However, I was able to move past them and appreciate the film for what it is. Did I enjoy the movie? Yes, but not without acknowledging its noticeable shortcomings. It's still a fun time capsule of an 80s movie that I recommend watching. I'd rate it as a matinee watch.

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